Sharon was born on July 25, 1940 in Wheeler, IL the daughter of Robert “Bert” and Margaret (Gibson) Boldrey. She married Ted Jones, Sr. on March 26, 1959 in Effingham, IL. Sharon was a fan of Elvis Presley, NASCAR, the Chicago Bears and the Chicago Cubs. She also enjoyed reading and spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Sharon was a waitress for many years.

Sharon is survived by her husband of 54 years – Ted Jones, Sr. of Willow Hill, IL, 4 Children – Lola Jones of Effingham, IL, Ted Jones, Jr. of Willow Hill, IL, LeAnn Jones of Willow Hill, IL, 2 Brothers – Bob Boldrey of Olney, IL, Steve Boldrey of Willow Hill, IL, 3 Sisters – JoAnn Wilson of Olney, IL, Loretta McLaughlin of Newton, IL, Blanche Crites of Claremont, IL and Robert Jones of Olney, IL, as well as 4 Grandchildren and a Great Grandchild due in December 2013.